28 research outputs found
Insulating Windows and Screens
Answers questions about double-pane, triple-pane, and storm windows. Explains how to select and install the right window screens for your particular needs. Also provides information on different types of glass and their thermal performance. Tips on making older windows more efficient and energy savings with new windows are given
Basements
Discusses recommendataions for basement design, construction, and maintenance
Selecting Windows
Covers double-hung, horizontal sliding, casement, awning, jalousie, top-hinged, and fixed windows. Includes patio doors and skylights
Space Design Criteria Project Project Report, 1955 and 1956
Housing and Home Finance Agenc
Indoor Storage
How to create storage in unused space
Bedroom Planning Standards
Offers an illustrated introduction to architectural design standards for bedrooms
Kitchen Planning Standards
The purpose of this circular is to provide standards for designing and judging plans of kitchens using conventional equipment. It describes an easy way to determine how much work counter space is needed, and where it should be, for the arrangement of kitchen appliances. It also indicates the desirable amount and best location for storage to meet various requirements. This can normally be provided with base and wall cabinets below and above the work counter. The planning system is usable for one-wall, "L", "U", or corridor kitchens
Kitchen Planning Standards
The purpose of this circular is to provide standards for designing and judging plans of kitchens using conventional equipment. It describes an easy way to determine how much work counter space is needed, and where it should be, for the arrangement of kitchen appliances. It also indicates the desirable amount and best location for storage to meet various requirements. This can normally be provided with base and wall cabinets below and above the work counter. The planning system is usable for one-wall, "L", "U", or corridor kitchens
Storage Partitions
Offers a brief introduction to storage design using non-load-bering storage partitions
Insulating Windows and Screens
Answers questions about double-pane, triple-pane, and storm windows. Explains how to select and install the right window screens for your particular needs. Also provides information on different types of glass and their thermal performance. Tips on making older windows more efficient and energy savings with new windows are given